At the beginning of the year I asked you to make a list of the grade school teachers you remembered. At the top my list was Mrs. Sams, my first grade teacher. What I remember about FIRST GRADE: 1. On my first day of school the first grade teachers took a look at me, how tiny I was, didn't …
CraZy RandOm LiFe – Idioms – Saturday June 9
One of my college professors taught me that a cliche can make a great ad title (Or scrapbook page title) when used properly (which actually meant – not properly, but more in an unexpected or sarcastic way.) I don't want to say my life is a cliche, but, I do use them a lot. 10 idioms that I've repeated: 1. …
Receipe for… international travel – Friday, June 8
International Travel Even though I haven't traveled to Europe or Asia on a boat or in a plane, I have traveled there by cuisine. One of my favorite activities at Disney World (Epcot) is "tasting" my way around the world. Of course Disney World isn't the only place to get an exotic dish. There are many restaurants that serve international …
Happiness is… Looking Forward – Thursday June 7
Happiness is… Looking Forward Planning and anticipating future activities/events can be just as fun (sometimes even more fun) then the activity or event itself. This week I've had a lot of fun planning an upcoming trip with my family. The things I am most looking forward to: 1. Visiting a New Zoo. I guess I am a little of …
Oh My Word, Dark – Wednesday, June 6
In The Dark For many young children the dark is a scary place and a night light is essential. Personally I have grown out of that phase. I enjoy the dark. 1. I love DARK Chocolate! 2. I want to sleep in a dark room – even the smallest light can disturb my sleep. 3. I miss working …
It’s My Life – What’s in a Name? – Tuesday June 5
It's My Life – Shakespeare claims "A rose by any other name would smell as sweet!" Kevin and I call our daughter, Alexis, by many names (Alexis, Lu, princess…) but she still wishes for another name. I can remember wishing I had another name as a child. My parents didn't even give me the option of a middle name. (Of …
Mosaic Moments Scrapbooking – Monday June 4
My mother made many quilts over the years. Some of the most cherished included fabric scraps from clothing she made for us. I love the idea of making my "scraps" useful like she did. Mosaic Pages are a great way to use those bits and pieces that are left over from a variety of projects. With just a few small …
Childhood Memories, Childhood Home – Sunday June 3
Childhood Home Our family moved quite a bit; but, the place I associate as my childhood home was the house I lived in from ages five through nine. 10 Memories about My Childhood Home: A recent photo of the house I grew up in. 1. My childhood home was located in Portland, Oregon. 2. It was located …
CraZy RandOm LiFe – Shared Moments – Saturday June 2
Five BIG Shared Moments in my life: 1. September 11, a date shared with my family, with my country, and with the world. 2. June 27, A date Kevin and I shared with each other and with our families (especially with his brother & sister-in-law – it's both of our anniversaries.) 3. August 13, a date I shared with my …
Recipe for a Canning Memory – Friday June 1
Summer Canning My siblings and I dreaded blackberry season – the bushes had thorns and bees hovered everywhere around them. At my mothers insistence, we were right in the middle of them – picking the berries, and hating every minute of it. But, when it came to eating the cobbler, pie, and jam we were ready and willing! My mom …